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Charities warns ‘baby bank’ use is on the rise in Scotland

The Baby Bank Alliance says there are more than 250,000 children living in poverty in Scotland.

25th Jul 2024

Charities are warning the number of families relying on so-called “baby banks” for essentials is on the rise.

The newly formed Baby Bank Alliance says its members have helped more than 15,000 children in Scotland.

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